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Dementia: Helping a Person Avoid Confusion

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People who have
Alzheimer's disease or another
dementia are sometimes easily confused and may forget
where they are, what day it is, and other common facts. The following tips will
help avoid confusion.

Use familiar objects, such as a favorite chair or
photographs, to help the person recognize where he or she is.

Label
often-used rooms, such as the bathroom, and objects.

Provide
visual cues to time and place, such as calendars, clocks, and bulletin boards.

Keep regular routines for daily activities such as meals, baths,
and hobbies.

Focus on consistency. Keep furniture, lamps,
pictures, and other objects in the same place. This may be less confusing for
the person.

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